I would definitely contact many dealers and have them keep tabs on the car you want.
A good source is to use CarGurus.com to see what is coming in.
I would definitely contact many dealers and have them keep tabs on the car you want.So I've decided I want an L trim in black, FWD, no options. Approached dealer about it and was told that Toyota isn't accepting to spec orders right now due to supply chain issues and said they'd let me know if a black L trim came up on their list of 'soon to be built' but other than that i'm just kinda dead in the water so to speak. Can anyone else confirm if this is similar or different to their XP? Like is this dealer just playing games with me to try and get me to pick a higher trim or something? Should I try other dealers? Or is this 'we can't put in an order to spec' thing actually hold water, is it nationwide? Does availability vary by dealership like do I need to get on the 'pending' list at multiple local dealers in hopes of one of them getting a black L?
This was extremely helpful, thanks!! I was able to find my local dealer and see what they have coming, was able to find a few slightly farther out from me (but not too far) that have exact trim/spec I want so I'll give them a call tomorrow and see if they're reserved already. Thanks again!!If you are in the South east Toyota Distributor region or Gulf state Toyota, in their website they usually mention dealer allocations, So you can check there.
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My target was to get a Sonic Silver L FWD. I was not interested at all on any added options. Fortunately got one, had to wait 45 days after deposit.
Also best case scenario for pricing should be = NADA Invoice price - Manufacturer rebate + tax-tag-feesThis was extremely helpful, thanks!! I was able to find my local dealer and see what they have coming, was able to find a few slightly farther out from me (but not too far) that have exact trim/spec I want so I'll give them a call tomorrow and see if they're reserved already. Thanks again!!
Thanks! That was gonna be my next question cause I found a couple locations near me that have the black L trim arriving in the next month or so but most seem to add on a phone/charger cable package (which lol i def don't need that) and this toyoguard platinum/paint protector thing which i also dont rly want (like i can figure out where to get oil changes on my own and not too worried about the paint, this car will be in my garage anyway 99% of the time, basically just a grocery getter). I suppose I'll just call the couple dealers and see if they are willing to write up a contract w/o those, worried though that they're gonna not budge on acct of how in demand cars are right now :/.Also best case scenario for pricing should be = NADA Invoice price - Manufacturer rebate + tax-tag-fees
NADA Website link for invoice price: NADA Values | Used Car Values | Car Book Values
Right. Best of Luck.Thanks! That was gonna be my next question cause I found a couple locations near me that have the black L trim arriving in the next month or so but most seem to add on a phone/charger cable package (which lol i def don't need that) and this toyoguard platinum/paint protector thing which i also dont rly want (like i can figure out where to get oil changes on my own and not too worried about the paint, this car will be in my garage anyway 99% of the time, basically just a grocery getter). I suppose I'll just call the couple dealers and see if they are willing to write up a contract w/o those, worried though that they're gonna not budge on acct of how in demand cars are right now :/.
Looks like NADA with destination fee is saying 23,410 so ideally with 6% tax I'd be out the door at 24,815. But I have a feeling they're gonna fight that so yeah idk. We'll see how it goes I guess haha.
What trim did you order?I just got an update from my dealer. They expect my Cross to be delayed another month. They have a total of eight vehicles on their lot.
XLE FWD. color is wind chill pearl (extra $ for that) and a few accessories for $1,200.What trim did you order?
I didn’t know those Mazdas were scarce.XLE FWD. color is wind chill pearl (extra $ for that) and a few accessories for $1,200.
If I could find a Mazda CX30 or CX5 on a lot I'd go for it. That engine in the Cross is anemic, but okay for my needs.
In central Florida they are.I didn’t know those Mazdas were scarce.
Hi I ordered the same one and the dealership told me 4 to 6 months.If you are in the South east Toyota Distributor region or Gulf state Toyota, in their website they usually mention dealer allocations, So you can check there.
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My target was to get a Sonic Silver L FWD. I was not interested at all on any added options. Fortunately got one, had to wait 45 days after deposit.
Hi I ordered the same one and the dealership told me 4 to 6 months.
I'm in Ottawa Ontario Canada.
Where abouts are you located?
I live in eastern Ontario and have had great success ordering / taking delivery of a Cross and an Outback from respective dealers in the Toronto area. These are new cars that have either been ordered and cancelled by the buyer or ordered months back from the dealer on the expectation that before it arrives at their dealership it will be sold… to me as example from Toyota, the time from making the deposit to delivery will be less than three months. You have to be willing to accept a trim or colour as it is offered.Hi I ordered the same one and the dealership told me 4 to 6 months.
I'm in Ottawa Ontario Canada.
Where abouts are you located?
Well I hope I don't wait the full 6 monthsI live in eastern Ontario and have had great success ordering / taking delivery of a Cross and an Outback from respective dealers in the Toronto area. These are new cars that have either been ordered and cancelled by the buyer or ordered months back from the dealer on the expectation that before it arrives at their dealership it will be sold… to me as example from Toyota, the time from making the deposit to delivery will be less than three months. You have to be willing to accept a trim or colour as it is offered.
Hi! I was just wondering when you placed your order. Last month, I had one dealership in ottawa tell me the wait was 3-4 months, and another tell me it was 6-9. Now, today, the first dealership is telling me it’s a 12 month wait.Hi I ordered the same one and the dealership told me 4 to 6 months.
I'm in Ottawa Ontario Canada.
Where abouts are you located?